College of Exploration’s 4 Focus Areas

Academics

Learning and Teaching

a) Science & Environment Programs
b) Ocean, Marine, & Water Programs
c) Biodiversity Programs
d) Social Sciences Programs (History, Geography)

a) Professional Development
b) Online Education Programs

Technologies & Online Environments

Research and Evaluation

a) Virtual Campus
b) Design and Development
c) Online Collaborative Learning Environments:
   Using Caucus and other tools

a) Program Evaluation
b) Education Technology
c) Needs Assessment
d) Online Surveys
e) Education Research

RESEARCH and EVALUATION

The College of Exploration has many years of experience in research and evaluation methods in the field of education. They have specialized in education technology projects, but have the capabilities to conduct a wide range of research and evaluation activities in the following areas:

a) Program Evaluation
b) Education Technology
c) Needs Assessment
d) Online Surveys
e) Education Research

In these areas, we have experience in collaborating with such groups as PBS, George Mason University, National Geographic, and many other agencies, school systems, colleges, and organizations.